Greek Orthodox icon (19th century) – Annunciation.

Greek Orthodox icon (19th century) – Annunciation.

37 cm x 28 cm.

Tempera on panel, unframed.

– Iconography: The Archangel Gabriel is depicted with his right hand raised in blessing, and in his left hand he holds a blooming white lily, an emblem of Mary's purity. The Virgin Mary wears the traditional burgundy-red maphorion (cloak) and holds her head slightly bowed as a sign of humility, while the Holy Spirit descends upon her from above.

– Features inscriptions in Greek: “Ο ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΣΜΟΣ” (The Annunciation) and “ΜΓ” (Great) – ΘΥ” (abbreviation of Θεοτόκος – Mother of God).

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